My Las Cruces: Nov. 15

SUNDAY NOV. 15Golf Tournament: The tournament will take place today at Picacho Hills Golf Course, 6861 Via Campestre. Shotgun start at 11 a.m. 4-person team scramble. Entry fee is $80 per person. Complementary green fees for participating golfers. Sponsored by the GFWC Progress Club of Las Cruces benefiting NMSU scholarships and other charities in the community. Info: Ingeborg Peter, 575-522-5474 or email ingemp@aol.com.

Banned Book Club: 4 to 5 p.m. today at Nopalito’s Galeria, 326. S. Mesquite St. This winter book club will meet in December, January and February. Come and celebrate the freedom to read. The group will read and discuss books that are banned, or challenged. This first meeting will serve as a meet and greet, and to select titles to read and determine meeting dates. Info: 575-524-0003 or gallegospatricia0@gmail.com.

TUESDAY NOV. 17Hydroponic Gardening: 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave. Learn how to do hydroponic gardening in your own home. Topics will include the differences between traditional and hydroponic gardening, different types of plants suited for hydroponic gardening, and how to make hydroponic gardening a fun winter project for kids. The program will be presented by Jeff Anderson, agronomy and horticulture agent, Doña Ana County Cooperative Extension Service. Free. Registration or info: Reference Department, 575-528-4005 or library.reference@las-cruces.org.

Introduction to Computers: File Management from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave. This is a basic class where students will learn how to manage files by saving, attaching and storing information. Info: Reference Desk, 575-528-4005 or library.reference@las-cruces.org.

Mesilla Valley Weavers Guild: 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main St. The program will be about weaving in Peru and will be presented by Janet Darrow and Til Zimmerman. They will show a video about their visits to villages in Peru to watch weavers at their looms. All fiber artists and other interested persons are welcome.

Endangered Species Update: Gila Monster presentation at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Museum of Nature and Science, 411 N. Main St. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service estimates that there are anywhere from 10 million to 50 million species on the planet with only 1.7 million of them that have ever been documented. Extinctions are happening at an alarming rate that are much higher than can be attributed as natural. Join museum staff every third Wednesday for an update on endangered species from across the world. Info: 575-522-3120 or las-cruces.org/museums.

THURSDAY NOV. 19Big Band Dance Club Dance: 8-10 p.m. Thursday at Alma d’Arte Charter School, 402 W. Court St. Dance to the music of the 50's and 60's by Oldies But Goodies. Dance lesson taught by John Guisto, at 7 p.m. Admission is $7 members, $9 nonmembers and $5 students with ID. Beginners, singles and couples are welcome. No dance will be held Nov. 26. Info: 575-526-6504.

Dinosaur Train: 9 a.m. Thursday at Museum of Nature and Science, 411 N. Main St., for age 3 to 5. This month, they will be focusing on the ancient creatures that aren’t dinosaurs such as Pleistocene Megafauna, Pelycosaurs, Sea Creatures, and Air Creatures. The Railroad Museum will also be providing model trains for preschoolers to play with. Free. Info: 575-522-3120 or las-cruces.org/museums.

Doña Ana County Historical Society: 7 p.m. Thursday at Good Samaritan Auditorium at 3011 Buena Vida Circle. Paul Ward, a NMSU graduate student, will detail his research into the life and beliefs of Lorenzo Torrez. Torrez played a significant role in the Mine-Mill strike in Hanover, N.M. The strike set Torrez on a path to fight for labor rights for workers all across the Southwest. Open to the public. Info: Jim, 575-521-8771 or nebraska1950@comcast.net

FRIDAY NOV. 20Evolved: 3 p.m. Friday at the Museum of Nature and Science, 411 N. Main St. Topic is The Cell. Beginning with the Big Bang, they will follow the path of the changing universe, from the origin of the planet, through the first life, and on through the many changes wrought by evolution on the world. Evolved is a program that will make circuits through time, discussing important points in evolution and the development of the world as it currently exists. Come learn about the questions and answers they have discovered throughout history. No class on Nov. 27. Free. Info: 575-522-3120.

Potters’ Guild of Las Cruces Holiday Sale: The Potters' Guild of Las Cruces 35th annual Holiday Sale will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Las Cruces Homebuilders Association event hall, 2825 N. Main St., directly behind the Citizen’s Bank. There will be functional pottery, sculpture, wall decorations, and pillowcases for sale. You can also buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win a handmade quilt donated by Los Colcheras, with proceeds benefiting the Empty Bowls Project and the El Caldito soup kitchen. There is ample parking, it is handicap accessible, and there is no entrance fee. For information, Barbara Williams, 575-639-6786, clay_ink@q.com or Randy Summers, 575-524-1146, 2randysummers@gmail.com.

Baking for the Holidays Class: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Kitchen Kraft, 980 N. Telshor Blvd. Join this very special workshop where we tackle all of those baking challenges you will be facing this holiday season, including recipes affected by the 4,000-foot elevation. Learn all of the information you need to adjust favorite family recipes and practice baking holiday goodies including: cookies, popovers, candy, biscuits, and scones. Hands-on class. Cost is $85. Registration or info: 575-525-8466.

SATURDAY NOV. 21Sweet and Savory Gluten Seminar: A free cooking class and nutrition seminar will take place from noon to 1:15 p.m. Saturday at Natural Grocers, 3970 E. Lohman Ave. Eating gluten-free is helping many experience health benefits: less bloating, less brain fog, better sleep and much more. Info: 575-522-1711.

Gluten-Free Holiday Fair: The fair will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Natural Grocers, 3970 E. Lohman Ave. The holidays are all about sharing good cheer, goodwill and good food. Join them for their festive Gluten-Free Holiday Fair and enjoy the magic of the holidays with seasonal foods, supplements and body care products, all gluten-free. Making your Holidays gluten-free doesn't mean compromising on flavor and quality. Info: 575-522-1711.

Annual Tamale Roll Class: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Kitchen Kraft, 980 N. Telshor Blvd. 'Tis the season to prepare a variety of tamales, both sweet and savory for the coming holiday celebrations. They will make traditional red chile pork, a Sweet Almond tamale, green chile and cheddar, a fresh corn custard tamale, and a chocolate peanut
butter brownie tamale. Sauces will be prepared as well including red chile sauce and crème anglaise. Students can expect to take home dozens of tamales to eat now or freeze for the holidays. Hands-on class. Cost is $85. Registration or info: 575-525-8466.

Annual Holly Day House: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the West End Art Depot, 401 N. Mesilla St. Twenty-four artists will display their work. Artwork will include jewelry, fiber art, painting and photography, gourd carving, wood turning, and glass art. Free and will feature a Treasure Chest Raffle that provides chances to win artwork donated by the artists. Raffle tickets are $5. Proceeds will be donated to the Mesilla Valley Hospice.

Made In New Mexico: 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Rio Grande Theatre, 200 N. Main St. Doors open at 1 p.m. New Mexico’s premiere film historian Jeff Berg returns to give insight and wry asides to over 100 years of filmmaking in the state of New Mexico, via clips, historical references and tidbits about the making of each film in his critically acclaimed Made In New Mexico film series. Berg will also sign copies of his new book “New Mexico Filmmaking,” covering the history of film in the Land of Enchantment, at COAS Books, 317 N. Main St., from 10 a.m. to noon the same day. Tickets are $5 general admission and are available on the website or at the box office on the day of show. Tickets or info: 575-523-6403 or visit RioGrandeTheatre.com.

Science and Art: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at in the atrium between the Museum of Art and the Museum of Nature and Science., 411 – 491 N. Main St. Topic will be trees. Celebrate Tree Day with the Tree Stewards of Las Cruces and Keep Las Cruces Beautiful. Children and their families are invited to join them for SNAP. Info: 575-541-3120 or las-cruces.org/museums.

Family Science Saturday: 10 a.m. Saturday at the Museum of Natural History, 411 N. Main St. Topic is Robert Boyle (1627-1691) – Boyle’s Law. Join them as they will learn about the lives of some famous scientists and attempt to recreate one of their experiments. All ages welcome. Free. Info: 575-522-3120.

Animal Encounters: 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Museum of Nature and Science, 411 North Main St. Join them as they shrink down as they consider into the lives of arthropods, especially the many different species we can find in our own backyard. Free. Info: 575-522-3120 or las-cruces.org/museums.

Special Storytime: 11 a.m. Saturday at Barnes & Noble, Mesilla Valley Mall, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. Everyone knows that the little kids’ table is the place to be for any holiday or family gathering. They just know how to have fun! Join us as we read "The Little Kids’ Table," a silly, rhyming story that follows a group of rambunctious cousins from table setting to dessert. Coloring and activities to follow. Info: 575-522-4499.

Christmas Bazaar: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday at University Church of Christ, 1555 University Ave. The bazaar is sponsored by Dorcas Quilting Ministry. Come and see their quilts, jewelry, art work and other handcrafted items. Free admission.

Toddler Storytime: 11 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Las Cruces Railroad Museum, 351 N. Mesilla St. Listen to the reading of a book and complete a related activity. Storytime is free and all ages are welcome. Info: 575-647-4480 or las-cruces.org/museums.

UPCOMING

Annual Las Cruces Motorcycle Toys for Kids Parade: Registration will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 22 at the Mesilla Valley Mall, by JCPenney's, southwest corner of mall, 700 S. Telshor Blvd. The motorcycle parade will leave Mesilla Valley Mall at noon sharp. Parade route will be West Mall Drive, left on Don Rosier, right on Missouri, left on Solano Drive, right on University Avenue to Las Cruces Convention Center. Party after the run at the Convention Center with a barbecue dinner and beverages from noon to 4 p.m. and continue with the bike show, live music by Triple Jack, door prizes, grand prize drawing, raffles, a silent auction, vendors and more. Proceeds will benefit Tresco Outreach and Training Services and underprivileged children in Doña Ana County. Entry fee is $10 plus one new toy costing $7 or more per person. Educational toys for ages 0-15 are encouraged. There will be a bike show with People's Choice, Harley, V- Twin, Metric Cruiser, Vintage, and Trike. For information, call Wheelsport, 575- 523-1061 or Mack, 575-527-7552 or visit toysforkids-lc.org.